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Have your say on Woodbury’s future: Neighbourhood Plan consultation now open

Woodbury residents are being invited to have their say on the parish’s Neighbourhood Plan, which has just been submitted to East Devon District Council (EDDC).

A consultation is now live and will run until 9am on November 27, 2025, giving residents and other interested parties the chance to comment on the policies that will help guide future development across Woodbury, Woodbury...

Libraries help neurodiverse families explore Devon's outdoors

Libraries Unlimited, the charity commissioned to run the libraries in Devon and Torbay, has launched a new leaflet and set of resources to help children, young people and families with neurodiverse conditions explore some of Devon’s more accessible outdoor spaces.

The Outdoor Explorer Club features five trails across the county, each with a short story, an audio recording, and clear...

Devon Air Ambulance is sharing a remarkable story involving a former patient, and his lifesaving intervention, to mark Restart a Heart Day

Devon Air Ambulance is sharing a remarkable story involving a former patient, and his lifesaving intervention, to mark Restart a Heart Day on Thursday (16 October) - a national initiative to raise awareness of cardiac arrest and empower more people with the skills to save a life.

This year Devon Air Ambulance pledged to train 2,025 people in CPR and defibrillator use, through bespoke...

October half term with the National Trust across Devon   

National Trust places are gearing up for October half term as the trees slowly turn to copper and the pumpkin harvest begins.

There’s plenty to keep the kids entertained this including pumpkin trails, creative crafts, spooky stories, and apple days.

   What’s more, every time you experience a National Trust day out, you help care for these special places for future...

Spooktacular seasonal trail with the Devon donkeys

This October, there’s a party at The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth and everyone’s invited.

As the golden colours of autumn fill the landscape, the Sidmouth sanctuary is the ideal family day out and the perfect way to explore the surrounding countryside and meet some of the sanctuary residents, including adoption donkey Drizzle who celebrates her birthday on 31 October.

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Halloween: South Devon College animal expert debunks reputation of creepy creatures

Black cats, rats, spiders, bats and owls are just some of the animals synonymous with Halloween.

But do these animals deserve their sinister and mysterious reputation?

As All Hallows Eve approaches experts from the Animal Care Centre at South Devon College explore the myths and legends surrounding these creatures and shed light on why they don’t deserve their menacing notoriety...

Used Stamp appeal in aid of the Guide Dogs for the Blind

I am appealing for used postage stamps which help me raise funds which I then donate to the Guide Dogs for the Blind.

Recycling used postage stamps is such an easy way to raise money for the charity and I am always in need of all types of postage stamps, including British, Foreign and Christmas stamps.

If you are able to help I would be grateful if you could cut the stamps...

The British Academy of Floral Art Celebrates Outstanding Success at Fleurex 2025

Students and tutors from the British Academy of Floral Art achieved national recognition at this year’s British Florist Association Annual Conference, Fleurex 2025, held at the East Midlands Conference Centre, Nottingham University.

The Academy team shone across multiple categories, demonstrating exceptional talent, technical skill, and creativity.

Among the highlights,...

Festive hamper project returns to bring cheer to young people in care across Devon

As the festive season approaches, Open Up , the official charity of Devon Partnership NHS Trust , is preparing its much-loved Christmas Hamper Project and is calling on people across the county to get involved.

Run in partnership with Children and Family Health Devon (CFHD), the project brings comfort, connection and festive cheer to young people in care and care leavers across Devon...

Grant from Norman Family Trust helps  secure future of Dartmoor pony handling service

Grant from Norman Family Trust helps secure future of Dartmoor pony handling service

The Dartmoor Pony Heritage Trust (DPHT) has been awarded a grant from the Norman Family Trust to support its specialist pony handling service, ensuring the continued welfare and safe management of Dartmoor’s semi-wild ponies.

The funding, announced this week, will support the Trust’s specialist pony handler in delivering essential care to keepers and farmers across Dartmoor....

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